Infrared-Integrated Exercise System for Mobile Resistance Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional exercise equipment lacks integration of infrared (IR) therapy with resistance training, limiting the ability to enhance user experience and outcomes, and existing IR therapy systems are designed for passive use, restricting mobility.
Innovation Solution
A multi-functional exercise system integrating IR lights, resistance bands, and ergonomic support structures that allow for both active exercise and IR therapy, featuring adjustable IR lighting and resistance training components for both home and commercial gym environments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional exercise equipment is used for resistance training, then muscle engagement is achieved, but passive recovery benefits from IR therapy are not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines resistance training equipment (bench press, squats, lunges) with infrared therapy components into a single integrated system. The IR lights are positioned to illuminate target muscle groups during exercise, allowing simultaneous muscle engagement and passive recovery benefits without requiring separate devices
Solution Approach 2:
The exercise equipment is designed to serve multiple functions: resistance training through various exercises (bench press, squats, lunges) and infrared therapy for muscle recovery. The system universally supports both active exercise and passive therapy modalities within one device
2Ease of operation
If conventional IR therapy systems are used, then passive recovery benefits are provided, but user mobility is restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The IR lights are integrated into movable exercise equipment rather than fixed therapy devices. Users can dynamically position themselves during exercise movements while remaining within the IR illumination zone, allowing mobility and movement freedom that stationary IR systems do not provide
3Adaptability or versatility
If separate exercise equipment and IR therapy devices are used, then specialized functions are maintained, but user experience is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated system allows IR therapy to be applied continuously during exercise sessions rather than requiring separate pre- or post-workout therapy sessions. The useful action of muscle stimulation and recovery begins during the exercise itself and continues seamlessly, maximizing training efficiency and eliminating idle time
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables simultaneous muscle engagement and passive recovery benefits through integrated IR therapy and resistance training, enhancing user experience and therapy outcomes.
Implementation Method 1
an array of infrared (IR) lights including a first portion associated with the back-support portion of the base and a second portion associated with the headrest form
Data Source
AI summary
A multi-functional exercise system includes a base having a user-support top surface including an angled back-support portion positioned at a lateral center of the base and first and second foot platforms positioned on opposite lateral sides of the back-support portion. The base includes a headrest form positioned adjacent the back-support portion of the base, an array of infrared (IR) lights including a first portion associated with the back-support portion of the base and a second portion associated with the headrest form, a first resistance band tube positioned on a first lateral side of the base, the first resistance band tube having a first resistance band segment disposed therein and a second resistance band tube positioned on a second lateral side of the base, the second resistance band tube having a second resistance band segment disposed therein.